DH7 6JF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Sacriston in Sacriston. Administratively it sits within Sacriston ward and the North Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH7 6JF represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for DH7 6JF are sourced from Output Area E00104618 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH7 6JF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH7 6JF.
251
51
£ 36,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH7 6JF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 51, DH7 6JF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH7 6JF. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DH7 6JF is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston
Sacriston Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Amelia's Coffee Shop & Deli0.3 km
- Bespoke0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Johnson's Fish And Chips0.3 km
- I-Fry0.4 km
- Santino's0.4 km
- Spicy Moments0.3 km
- The Mayflower0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Premier - Front Street Convenience Store0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Sacriston News & Booze0.4 km
- Village Store0.2 km
- Sacriston Stores0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Sacriston Colliery Cricket Club0.2 km
- Sacriston Workmens Club0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street5.0 km
- Durham5.5 km
- Dunston14.7 km
Bus Stops
- RC Church0.1 km
- Greenwells Garage0.1 km
- RC Church0.2 km
- Greenwells Garage0.2 km
- Post Office0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DH76JF · Data under Open Government Licence